Ethyl Caprate

INCI: ETHYL CAPRATE

CAS Number
110-38-3 [^1_2]
Function
Fragrance ingredient, flavoring agent
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” FEMA GRAS #2432; no 21 CFR restriction for cosmetic use

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Non-carcinogenic fragrance ingredient with adequate safety margin and no significant cosmetic concerns.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ethyl Caprate safe in cosmetics?

Non-carcinogenic fragrance ingredient with adequate safety margin and no significant cosmetic concerns. The EU classifies Ethyl Caprate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Ethyl Caprate allowed in the EU?

Ethyl Caprate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Ethyl Caprate do in cosmetics?

Ethyl Caprate functions as: Fragrance ingredient, flavoring agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 110-38-3 [^1_2].

What is the Margin of Safety for Ethyl Caprate?

adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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